Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the contact information for the camp?
A: Phone: 609561-8061 Email: hscsummercamp@gmail.com

Q: What is the camper to staff ratio?
A: Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten camper ratio is 6 campers to 1 counselor and 1st grade and older is 10 campers to 1 counselor.

Q: Are there a minimum number of days?
A: Yes, there is a minimum 12 days, which can be spread out through the summer.

Q: Are there half day rates?
A: We do not offer half day pricing, but you can drop off and pick up your children anytime throughout the day. Example: they have a dentist appointment at 10am, drop them off after!

Q: Do you accept Rutgers/State Vouchers?
A: No, we do not accept vouchers.

Q: What is your Tax ID Number?
A: Our Tax ID number is 824579687

Q: Do you accept teenagers to be CITs (counselors in training)
A: No, we don’t use any counselors in training. All of our camp staff are a minimum of 18 years old and have had previous experience with children.

Q: Do I have to pay all money up front?
A: No, payments are made each Wednesday by 9am for the following week.

Q: What happens if my child does not want to attend the field trips?
A: Campers that do not attend field trips will stay at the camp and proceed with their normal day full of fun activities.

Q: What happens if my child is signed up for a field trip and is sick that day or doesn’t want to attend the trip?
A: If you decide not to send your child on a trip that you previously paid for you can cancel but there are no refunds or substitutions for days or trips.

Q: Do the campers go outside?
A: Yes, campers do go outside on a daily basis as long as the weather permits. We recommend applying sunscreen each morning before camp!

Q: If my child is sick or does not attend camp for a day I signed up for do I receive a refund or credit?
A: No, there are no refunds, credits, or substitutions for any reason.

Q: What grade group will my child be be in?
A: Campers are placed in the grade that they just completed before the summer.